August/September 2023
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innovative ideas<br />
coming from so<br />
many of them.”<br />
The convention<br />
kicked-off on<br />
Thursday with a<br />
gubernatorial candidate<br />
forum. This<br />
marked the first<br />
time that all seven<br />
gubernatorial<br />
candidates have<br />
appeared on stage<br />
together. Friday’s<br />
events emphasized<br />
learning and<br />
collaboration. Delegates<br />
took part in various workshops,<br />
panel discussions, and educational sessions<br />
designed to address the unique<br />
challenges and opportunities faced by<br />
municipalities. The convention closed<br />
on Saturday with welcoming new board<br />
leadership and honoring the achievements<br />
of municipalities across the state.<br />
LMA Executive Director John Gallagher<br />
expressed gratitude, noting, “I think<br />
we’ve had a great convention. My thanks<br />
to Mayor Roy and the entire City of Alexandria<br />
on fine-tuning a wonderful convention.<br />
We appreciate the hospitality,<br />
and they’ve been excellent hosts.”<br />
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